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Diploma to Degree Pathway

Take the next step to a rewarding and in-demand career in Early Childhood Education with a Diploma-to-Degree Pathway Program at Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE) and Victoria University (VU).

The new MCIE pathway program with Victoria University for the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE) is excited to introduce our latest pathways program with Victoria University. This opportunity enables eligible MCIE Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care graduates direct entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership at Victoria University (VU).

A recognised quality Victorian training provider, MCIE is committed to helping its students excel in their chosen career. The pathway with Victoria University is designed to help our qualifying students transition into a bachelor’s degree with a perfect blend of knowledge and practical skills.

The early childhood education industry is a rapidly expanding industry offering excellent job prospects and career opportunities for qualified educators. Bachelor qualified educators will gain skills and knowledge, and a competitive advantage for employability.

This pathway benefits MCIE graduates by offering:

  • streamlined entry into VU’s 3-year Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or 4-year Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership 
  • direct entry into the second year of either VU degree 
  • savings of the first year HECS-HELP fee for the Bachelor Degree
  • an option to work in the Childcare sector in Diploma level positions while studying your Bachelor Degree

We are excited to partner with one of Victoria’s leading universities in offering this new pathway, opening up fantastic opportunities for our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care graduates. 

MCIE – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

National Code

CHC50121

Units

12 core + 3 elective

Total Duration

52 weeks

Location

Level 8 and 9, 234–250 Collins Street, Melbourne 

VU – Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 

CRICOS: 

096869G, 115485G 

Total Duration

3 years full time or longer for part time

Delivery Mode

In Person

Location

VU City Tower, 370 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

VU – Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership 

CRICOS: 

105139H, 115486F

Total Duration

4 years full time or longer for part time

Delivery Mode

In Person

Location

VU City Tower, 370 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

You can access more information about the MCIE to Victoria University pathway by downloading the e-Book.

Diploma to Degree pathway

Apply today and embark on a journey to a brighter future with our course certification.

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